7
7.0
Jun 11, 2022
06/22
Jun 11, 2022
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg535 Mark Robson is back with us this week for the annual BBQ and Grill show. We spend some time catching up with Mark and his grill set up at home. He has a few grills for sure. I also ask Mark about a grill/smoker that is on sale at Walmart and if it is right for me. It was a Pit Boss Austin XL 1000 Sq. In. Pellet Grill with Flame Broiler and Cooking Probe. I will have the link below. I...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast, Grill, BBQ
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23
Jun 11, 2022
06/22
Jun 11, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg535 Mark Robson is back with us this week for the annual BBQ and Grill show. We spend some time catching up with Mark and his grill set up at home. He has a few grills for sure. I also ask Mark about a grill/smoker that is on sale at Walmart and if it is right for me. It was a Pit Boss Austin XL 1000 Sq. In. Pellet Grill with Flame Broiler and Cooking Probe. I will have the link below. I...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, grill, bbq
9
9.0
May 15, 2022
05/22
May 15, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg534 Erin Lawrence from TechGadgetsCanada.com is back this week and we start with a review no-go. Erin recently purchase a $2000 espresso machine that had issues right out of the gate. It’s not the problem you think it might be! We also look at two new robot vacuum cleaners and Erin reviews them head to head. We have looked at many vacs on Home Gadget Geeks, you might be surprised on how...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
12
12
May 15, 2022
05/22
May 15, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg534 Erin Lawrence from TechGadgetsCanada.com is back this week and we start with a review no-go. Erin recently purchase a $2000 espresso machine that had issues right out of the gate. It’s not the problem you think it might be! We also look at two new robot vacuum cleaners and Erin reviews them head to head. We have looked at many vacs on Home Gadget Geeks, you might be surprised on how...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
5
5.0
May 13, 2022
05/22
May 13, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/cf67 This week on Cyber Frontiers Christian and Jim catch up with Franz Payer, CEO of Cyber Skyline (related episodes: CF059, CF012). We explore the growth and development of the Cyber Skyline platform, which has evolved beyond cyber competitions to a suite of talent screening tools and skills-development capabilities. We get Franz’s perspectives on where companies are currently struggling...
Topics: Cyber Frontiers, Podcast
15
15
May 13, 2022
05/22
May 13, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/cf67 This week on Cyber Frontiers Christian and Jim catch up with Franz Payer, CEO of Cyber Skyline (related episodes: CF059, CF012). We explore the growth and development of the Cyber Skyline platform, which has evolved beyond cyber competitions to a suite of talent screening tools and skills-development capabilities. We get Franz’s perspectives on where companies are currently struggling to...
Topics: Cyber Frontiers, Podcast
5
5.0
May 7, 2022
05/22
May 7, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg533 Paul Braren from TinkerTry.com joins us this week. Paul is always a ton of information and this week is no different. We open with an update on Insteon and the recent shut down of their services and how it was covered by the tech media. We also look at Paul’s EV Decider tool that walks you thru the things you need to think about when considering an EV purchase. Link for the tool...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
15
15
May 7, 2022
05/22
May 7, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg533 Paul Braren from TinkerTry.com joins us this week. Paul is always a ton of information and this week is no different. We open with an update on Insteon and the recent shut down of their services and how it was covered by the tech media. We also look at Paul’s EV Decider tool that walks you thru the things you need to think about when considering an EV purchase. Link for the tool...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
13
13
Apr 30, 2022
04/22
Apr 30, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg532 Phil Collison joins us this week. Phil is my oldest son and is and has been a drummer for both performance bands and some groups at local churches. He talks about how he became a drummer and the practice it took to get there. He also encourages parents to let their children practice, no matter how loud or noisy. We also look at 2 apps that help bands during live performances and those...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
21
21
Apr 30, 2022
04/22
Apr 30, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg532 Phil Collison joins us this week. Phil is my oldest son and is and has been a drummer for both performance bands and some groups at local churches. He talks about how he became a drummer and the practice it took to get there. He also encourages parents to let their children practice, no matter how loud or noisy. We also look at 2 apps that help bands during live performances and those...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
8
8.0
Apr 23, 2022
04/22
Apr 23, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg531 Rich Hay joins us this week as we catch up with him and his new job at Microsoft. Rich is a good friend of the show and walks us through the process of becoming a Microsoft employee about 6 months ago. We also catch up with Rich on some of his latest gadgets and we spend some time talking home automation with a new Amazon Show for Jim. Join Rich over at the Microsoft Q&A Community...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
14
14
Apr 23, 2022
04/22
Apr 23, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg531 Rich Hay joins us this week as we catch up with him and his new job at Microsoft. Rich is a good friend of the show and walks us through the process of becoming a Microsoft employee about 6 months ago. We also catch up with Rich on some of his latest gadgets and we spend some time talking home automation with a new Amazon Show for Jim. Join Rich over at the Microsoft Q&A Community...
Topic: Home Gadget Geeks
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16
Apr 9, 2022
04/22
Apr 9, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg530 Jon Biggs joins this week and it’s all health tech. We look from top to bottom at monitoring your own health from regular check-ups from a doctor, services like 23andMe and Grail and even continuous glucose monitoring with Inside Tracker. It’s a big update from Jon and we get most of it in! Also, a big announcement about Mike’s involvement on Home Gadget Geeks in the future....
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
9
9.0
Apr 9, 2022
04/22
Apr 9, 2022
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg530 Jon Biggs joins this week and it’s all health tech. We look from top to bottom at monitoring your own health from regular check-ups from a doctor, services like 23andMe and Grail and even continuous glucose monitoring with Inside Tracker. It’s a big update from Jon and we get most of it in! Also, a big announcement about Mike’s involvement on Home Gadget Geeks in the future....
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
11
11
Apr 7, 2022
04/22
Apr 7, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/cf66 This week on Cyber Frontiers we are joined by special guest Ashton Webster. Ashton is now a software engineer at Capital One and has worked on several teams over the last 4 years that focused on fraud detection and prevention. We spend some time catching up with Ashton. We also look at a new rule in the United States that mandates that any company that is considered part of critical...
Topics: Podcast, Cyber Frontiers
17
17
Apr 7, 2022
04/22
Apr 7, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/cf66 This week on Cyber Frontiers we are joined by special guest Ashton Webster. Ashton is now a software engineer at Capital One and has worked on several teams over the last 4 years that focused on fraud detection and prevention. We spend some time catching up with Ashton. We also look at a new rule in the United States that mandates that any company that is considered part of critical...
Topics: Podcast, Cyber Frontiers
7
7.0
Apr 2, 2022
04/22
Apr 2, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg529 Cody Soodeen from Kara Water joins us this week as we look at the Kara Pure. Their mission statement says, “Kara Water wishes to decrease dependence on groundwater by fully tapping into air-water with Kara Pure to provide everyone access to premium quality local alkaline drinking water.” We look at the Kara Pure, which is the first step in accomplishing this mission. All that...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
12
12
Apr 2, 2022
04/22
Apr 2, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg529 Cody Soodeen from Kara Water joins us this week as we look at the Kara Pure. Their mission statement says, “Kara Water wishes to decrease dependence on groundwater by fully tapping into air-water with Kara Pure to provide everyone access to premium quality local alkaline drinking water.” We look at the Kara Pure, which is the first step in accomplishing this mission. All that...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
10
10.0
Mar 26, 2022
03/22
Mar 26, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg528 Gavin Campbell from HomeTech.fm joins this week and it’s all about home networks. He installed a new one in the last few months and lives to tell — in pretty good detail. That is mostly it. It’s all networking. I am serious. Not much else. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #528 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
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25
Mar 26, 2022
03/22
Mar 26, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg528 Gavin Campbell from HomeTech.fm joins this week and it’s all about home networks. He installed a new one in the last few months and lives to tell — in pretty good detail. That is mostly it. It’s all networking. I am serious. Not much else. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #528 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
8
8.0
Mar 19, 2022
03/22
Mar 19, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theaverageguy.tv/hgg527 Mike is back this week! We have a St. Patrick’s Day beer and whiskey pour to start the show. We ask Mike, “why a truck again?” and we wrap it with some conversation about Bespoken Spirits out of California and how they have used data to brew faster spirits. That and lots more. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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19
Mar 19, 2022
03/22
Mar 19, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theaverageguy.tv/hgg527 Mike is back this week! We have a St. Patrick’s Day beer and whiskey pour to start the show. We ask Mike, “why a truck again?” and we wrap it with some conversation about Bespoken Spirits out of California and how they have used data to brew faster spirits. That and lots more. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
5
5.0
Mar 12, 2022
03/22
Mar 12, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg526 Bob and Ryan from https://thinkcomputers.org join us this week as we look at some of their reviews on laptops, motherboards, and new cases. We spend some time looking at the latest industry trends as well as asking the question of whether it is the right time to buy. We wrap the show with a little Mac talk and Jim gets itchy for the new Mac Studio! Thanks for listening. Join Jim...
Topics: podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
18
18
Mar 12, 2022
03/22
Mar 12, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 18
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg526 Bob and Ryan from https://thinkcomputers.org join us this week as we look at some of their reviews on laptops, motherboards, and new cases. We spend some time looking at the latest industry trends as well as asking the question of whether it is the right time to buy. We wrap the show with a little Mac talk and Jim gets itchy for the new Mac Studio! Thanks for listening. Join Jim...
Topics: podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
8
8.0
Mar 5, 2022
03/22
Mar 5, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg525 Marv Bee is back for the launch of his new podcast, The IT Business Podcast found at https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/. We also chat some about Marv’s newest purchase, an OLED TV that was influenced by HGG 524 and we talk about how to get better sound to that TV. Mike wraps the episode when he drops a bomb about his new truck. It’s not what you think! Thanks for listening Join...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
14
14
Mar 5, 2022
03/22
Mar 5, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 14
favorite 0
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg525 Marv Bee is back for the launch of his new podcast, The IT Business Podcast found at https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/. We also chat some about Marv’s newest purchase, an OLED TV that was influenced by HGG 524 and we talk about how to get better sound to that TV. Mike wraps the episode when he drops a bomb about his new truck. It’s not what you think! Thanks for listening Join...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
6
6.0
Mar 3, 2022
03/22
Mar 3, 2022
by
Jim Collison
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This week on Cyber Frontiers Christian and Jim provide a 2021 replay of the headlines that captured the cybersecurity world by storm and look ahead to trends that will shape the direction of security in 2022. With wide-ranging commentary on incidents like the colonial pipeline attack, solar winds, and Log4j, to the mundane and rudimentary data breaches and ransomware attacks, we break down what areas the industry is improving in and where the industry still needs help. We also look at the...
Topic: Cyber Frontiers
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19
Mar 3, 2022
03/22
Mar 3, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 19
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This week on Cyber Frontiers Christian and Jim provide a 2021 replay of the headlines that captured the cybersecurity world by storm and look ahead to trends that will shape the direction of security in 2022. With wide-ranging commentary on incidents like the colonial pipeline attack, solar winds, and Log4j, to the mundane and rudimentary data breaches and ransomware attacks, we break down what areas the industry is improving in and where the industry still needs help. We also look at the...
Topic: Cyber Frontiers
7
7.0
Feb 19, 2022
02/22
Feb 19, 2022
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg524 Christian Johnson is back to fill us in on his latest Home Theater build. From considerations made for the TV to the thoughts behind the tuner, wiring and power, we get the scoop on his setup. Lots to learn and even more to consider! Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #523 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
15
15
Feb 19, 2022
02/22
Feb 19, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 15
favorite 0
comment 0
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg524 Christian Johnson is back to fill us in on his latest Home Theater build. From considerations made for the TV to the thoughts behind the tuner, wiring and power, we get the scoop on his setup. Lots to learn and even more to consider! Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #523 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
9
9.0
Feb 12, 2022
02/22
Feb 12, 2022
by
Jim Collison
movies
eye 9
favorite 0
comment 0
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg523 Gavin Campbell is back this week and is now a member of the HomeTech.fm crew! (Links down below) We spend most of the show talking about home security cams from Ring to Foscam and Sighthound to Blue Iris. We also spend some time debating cloud vs self-hosting. This one is a deep dive that you will not want to miss. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
19
19
Feb 12, 2022
02/22
Feb 12, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 19
favorite 0
comment 0
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg523 Gavin Campbell is back this week and is now a member of the HomeTech.fm crew! (Links down below) We spend most of the show talking about home security cams from Ring to Foscam and Sighthound to Blue Iris. We also spend some time debating cloud vs self-hosting. This one is a deep dive that you will not want to miss. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
9
9.0
Jan 29, 2022
01/22
Jan 29, 2022
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg522 Jim gives a final update on his move to 5G Home Internet from T-Mobile. Jim also brings a hands-on review of Microsoft Translator and how he plans to use it for both Gallup and Home Gadget Geeks. We demoed it live on the...
Topics: podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
12
12
Jan 29, 2022
01/22
Jan 29, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 12
favorite 0
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg522 Jim gives a final update on his move to 5G Home Internet from T-Mobile. Jim also brings a hands-on review of Microsoft Translator and how he plans to use it for both Gallup and Home Gadget Geeks. We demoed it live on the...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
6
6.0
Jan 22, 2022
01/22
Jan 22, 2022
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg521 Mike and Jim take a few voicemail questions from the audience and then dive into a hands-on review of the new T-Mobile 5G Home Internet offering. We cover the good, the bad and the not yet figured out as we discuss the service. An interesting conversation. All that and a bit more. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show...
Topics: Podcasts, Home Gadget Geeks
9
9.0
Jan 22, 2022
01/22
Jan 22, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 9
favorite 0
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg521 Mike and Jim take a few voicemail questions from the audience and then dive into a hands-on review of the new T-Mobile 5G Home Internet offering. We cover the good, the bad and the not yet figured out as we discuss the service. An interesting conversation. All that and a bit more. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
8
8.0
Jan 15, 2022
01/22
Jan 15, 2022
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg520 Christian Johnson from Maplegrove Partners is with us this week and we spend some time talking about the best way to purchase budget server hardware for those home storage fans. We also chat with Christian about the future of broadband home internet and the changes coming with IPV6. An interesting conversation. All that and a bit more. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / ...
Topics: podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
10
10.0
Jan 15, 2022
01/22
Jan 15, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 10
favorite 0
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg520 Christian Johnson from Maplegrove Partners is with us this week and we spend some time talking about the best way to purchase budget server hardware for those home storage fans. We also chat with Christian about the future of broadband home internet and the changes coming with IPV6. An interesting conversation. All that and a bit more. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / ...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
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12
Jan 8, 2022
01/22
Jan 8, 2022
by
Jim Collison
movies
eye 12
favorite 0
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Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadget Canada helps us kick off the new year with some interesting Gadgets coming out of CES 2022! We have a look at the much-awaited glass break sensor from Ring for their Ring Alarm system. We also talk about the new Homey Bridge that will be One Bridge to Rule them all, if it works like they say, it will. We spend a few minutes on Jim’s favorite subject of robot vacuums and talk about the new Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni Robot vacuum that does it all but at a pretty big...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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27
Jan 8, 2022
01/22
Jan 8, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 27
favorite 0
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Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadget Canada helps us kick off the new year with some interesting Gadgets coming out of CES 2022! We have a look at the much-awaited glass break sensor from Ring for their Ring Alarm system. We also talk about the new Homey Bridge that will be One Bridge to Rule them all, if it works like they say, it will. We spend a few minutes on Jim’s favorite subject of robot vacuums and talk about the new Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni Robot vacuum that does it all but at a pretty big...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
12
12
Jan 1, 2022
01/22
Jan 1, 2022
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg518 Mike is back this week and we spend some time looking at our world of gadgets over the last year. What worked, what didn’t and what we really liked. We then spend some time looking ahead to 2022 and what we think the year will bring. Not your typical year-end show. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #518 of Home...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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25
Jan 1, 2022
01/22
Jan 1, 2022
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg518 Mike is back this week and we spend some time looking at our world of gadgets over the last year. What worked, what didn’t and what we really liked. We then spend some time looking ahead to 2022 and what we think the year will bring. Not your typical year-end show. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #518 of Home...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
8
8.0
Dec 18, 2021
12/21
Dec 18, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg517 The dictionary defines a “Techie” as a person who is expert in or enthusiastic about technology, especially computing. We have Marvin Bee this week from the Podnutz Pro podcast and we look at all our favorite or not-so-favorite gifts that we have gotten or purchased for ourselves. From flashlights to batteries packs, we cover our best. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / ...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
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16
Dec 18, 2021
12/21
Dec 18, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 16
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg517 The dictionary defines a “Techie” as a person who is expert in or enthusiastic about technology, especially computing. We have Marvin Bee this week from the Podnutz Pro podcast and we look at all our favorite or not-so-favorite gifts that we have gotten or purchased for ourselves. From flashlights to batteries packs, we cover our best. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison / ...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
11
11
Dec 4, 2021
12/21
Dec 4, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg515 We have Jay Mattison from TekEverything at TekEverything.com this week as we have a general conversation about the status of PC hardware purchasing here at the end of 2021. We also look at 2 different mechanical keyboards that Jay has reviewed in the last year and have an extended conversation about Keyboard in general. All that and more. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
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18
Dec 4, 2021
12/21
Dec 4, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 18
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg515 We have Jay Mattison from TekEverything at TekEverything.com this week as we have a general conversation about the status of PC hardware purchasing here at the end of 2021. We also look at 2 different mechanical keyboards that Jay has reviewed in the last year and have an extended conversation about Keyboard in general. All that and more. Thanks for listening. Join Jim Collison...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
8
8.0
Nov 27, 2021
11/21
Nov 27, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg514 Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada joins us this week as we do a long look at the new Pixel 6 Pro from Google. The good, the bad, and even the ugly and how she likes it so far. Will it replace her daily driver iPhone? We also spend some time talking about the new Echo Show 15 and comparing it to the Echo Show 10 that we covered the last time she was on the show. The price point...
Topics: podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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15
Nov 27, 2021
11/21
Nov 27, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg514 Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada joins us this week as we do a long look at the new Pixel 6 Pro from Google. The good, the bad, and even the ugly and how she likes it so far. Will it replace her daily driver iPhone? We also spend some time talking about the new Echo Show 15 and comparing it to the Echo Show 10 that we covered the last time she was on the show. The price point...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
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13
Nov 20, 2021
11/21
Nov 20, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg513 It’s great to have Mike back this week as we catch up with him and spend some time talking about Black Friday deal trends, Digital Assistances, Slickdeal Alerts and some of Jim’s newest power tools purchases. A run pre-Thanksgiving show and lots to discuss! Thanks for listening Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #513 of Home Gadget...
Topics: home gadget geeks, podcast
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24
Nov 20, 2021
11/21
Nov 20, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg513 It’s great to have Mike back this week as we catch up with him and spend some time talking about Black Friday deal trends, Digital Assistances, Slickdeal Alerts and some of Jim’s newest power tools purchases. A run pre-Thanksgiving show and lots to discuss! Thanks for listening Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #513 of Home Gadget...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
6
6.0
Nov 14, 2021
11/21
Nov 14, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg512 Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, a Patreon Supporter and long-time listener joins us this week. We spend some time getting to know Brian and then dive into TextExpander. We then spend some time with Classroomscreen, a new classroom tool that supports learning and on-demand widgets. In the post-show and available for Patreon subscribers, we talk about Brian’s Home Automation setup. Big thanks...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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25
Nov 14, 2021
11/21
Nov 14, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg512 Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, a Patreon Supporter and long-time listener joins us this week. We spend some time getting to know Brian and then dive into TextExpander. We then spend some time with Classroomscreen, a new classroom tool that supports learning and on-demand widgets. In the post-show and available for Patreon subscribers, we talk about Brian’s Home Automation setup. Big thanks...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
8
8.0
Nov 6, 2021
11/21
Nov 6, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg511 This week we have Patreon Supporter and long-time listener, Gavin Campbell, with us. In this episode, we get to know Gavin a bit. We walk thru his media center setup using Emby, Kode, and Channels. We also dig into his Unraid box and there is lots of docker conversation. We wrap the show with a little crypto. Big thanks to Gavin for joining us and we will be excited to have him back!...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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29
Nov 6, 2021
11/21
Nov 6, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg511 This week we have Patreon Supporter and long-time listener, Gavin Campbell, with us. In this episode, we get to know Gavin a bit. We walk thru his media center setup using Emby, Kode, and Channels. We also dig into his Unraid box and there is lots of docker conversation. We wrap the show with a little crypto. Big thanks to Gavin for joining us and we will be excited to have him back!...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
5
5.0
Oct 30, 2021
10/21
Oct 30, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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This week we have Jon Maddox from Channels at https://getchannels.com/ joins us this week to talk about the updates for Channels 5.0 for Apple TV & iOS, as well as Channels 4.0 for Android & Fire TV. Lots of conversation about Channels and how they fit in the DVR market today. All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg510 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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19
Oct 30, 2021
10/21
Oct 30, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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This week we have Jon Maddox from Channels at https://getchannels.com/ joins us this week to talk about the updates for Channels 5.0 for Apple TV & iOS, as well as Channels 4.0 for Android & Fire TV. Lots of conversation about Channels and how they fit in the DVR market today. All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg510 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
7
7.0
Oct 23, 2021
10/21
Oct 23, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Patreon Supporter Ed Ramirez joins this week. Jim gives a personal health update after a wild ride over the last couple of weeks. We revisit the idea of downsizing our technology footprints and doing more with less. We wrap the show with Mike giving a demo of Cryptohopper and how he is trading his Crypto. All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg509 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / ...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
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19
Oct 23, 2021
10/21
Oct 23, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Patreon Supporter Ed Ramirez joins this week. Jim gives a personal health update after a wild ride over the last couple of weeks. We revisit the idea of downsizing our technology footprints and doing more with less. We wrap the show with Mike giving a demo of Cryptohopper and how he is trading his Crypto. All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg509 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / ...
Topic: Home Gadget Geeks
7
7.0
Oct 16, 2021
10/21
Oct 16, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Dan Lebvre from Based on a True Story Podcast at BasedonaTrueStoryPodcast.com joins Jim this week. Dan, a podcaster, graphic designer and educator, talks about the accuracy of some of the way tech has been represented in a few of the movies he has reviewed. We start the show with an overview of his office setup and why he has 8 monitors. All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg507 Join Jim Collison / ...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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18
Oct 16, 2021
10/21
Oct 16, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Dan Lebvre from Based on a True Story Podcast at BasedonaTrueStoryPodcast.com joins Jim this week. Dan, a podcaster, graphic designer and educator, talks about the accuracy of some of the way tech has been represented in a few of the movies he has reviewed. We start the show with an overview of his office setup and why he has 8 monitors. All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg507 Join Jim Collison / ...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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24
Oct 9, 2021
10/21
Oct 9, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg507 John Aydelotte, a long-time listener and show supporter, joins us this week as we talk about his bike trip across 1/3 of the United States and the tech he used to get there. We also look at E-Bikes and the popularity that are having now. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #507 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
8
8.0
Oct 2, 2021
10/21
Oct 2, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg506 Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada at https://techgadgetcanada.com/ joins us as we talk all about the latest from Nespresso with Nespresso Coffee Makers and Coffee Pods. It’s a different way of looking at coffee both in the way you make it and purchase it. We wrap the show with some discussion around the latest Amazon event where a bunch of new products was announced...
Topic: Home Gadget Geeks
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20
Oct 2, 2021
10/21
Oct 2, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg506 Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada at https://techgadgetcanada.com/ joins us as we talk all about the latest from Nespresso with Nespresso Coffee Makers and Coffee Pods. It’s a different way of looking at coffee both in the way you make it and purchase it. We wrap the show with some discussion around the latest Amazon event where a bunch of new products was announced...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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27
Sep 25, 2021
09/21
Sep 25, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg505 Ross Brand from LiveStream Universe at https://livestreamuniverse.com/ joins us as we look at the process of self-publishing and all the things to think about considering the process. From creating content to the tech needed to get it edited and published, Ross works us through the steps. We also talk about the future of live streaming and some things to consider with what is...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
6
6.0
Sep 11, 2021
09/21
Sep 11, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg503 Ed Sullivan joins us for some updates on his Tesla and some issues that have come up in the 6 months he has owned it. We also talk about some things to consider when purchasing an EV. We wrap the show with some discussion on an all-electric rat / mouse trap. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #504 of Home Gadget Geeks...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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32
Sep 11, 2021
09/21
Sep 11, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg503 Ed Sullivan joins us for some updates on his Tesla and some issues that have come up in the 6 months he has owned it. We also talk about some things to consider when purchasing an EV. We wrap the show with some discussion on an all-electric rat / mouse trap. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #504 of Home Gadget Geeks...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
12
12
Sep 4, 2021
09/21
Sep 4, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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We have Bob and Ryan back from ThingComputers.org and we spend the first part of the show with a new Camera Recommendation from Bob (Sony aZV-E10) and the New Rode Wireless GO II. We spend some time talking about the current chip shortage and what does it mean for schools. Jim has a new 1TB NVMe drive to show off and we look at 3 x 2TB NVMe drives that were looked at by Bob. We look at some cool art with deconstructed iPhone art and wrap it with some talk about a new Creative Sound Blaster...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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15
Sep 4, 2021
09/21
Sep 4, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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We have Bob and Ryan back from ThingComputers.org and we spend the first part of the show with a new Camera Recommendation from Bob (Sony aZV-E10) and the New Rode Wireless GO II. We spend some time talking about the current chip shortage and what does it mean for schools. Jim has a new 1TB NVMe drive to show off and we look at 3 x 2TB NVMe drives that were looked at by Bob. We look at some cool art with deconstructed iPhone art and wrap it with some talk about a new Creative Sound Blaster...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
10
10.0
Aug 28, 2021
08/21
Aug 28, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg502 We have Kevin Schoonover this week and we spend a bunch of time talking about home networking. Is a single modem or mesh best? What blocks Wifi? How do you troubleshoot networking issues? We look at some new equipment as well. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #502 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy...
Topics: home gadget geeks, podcast
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28
Aug 28, 2021
08/21
Aug 28, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg502 We have Kevin Schoonover this week and we spend a bunch of time talking about home networking. Is a single modem or mesh best? What blocks Wifi? How do you troubleshoot networking issues? We look at some new equipment as well. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #502 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
5
5.0
Aug 21, 2021
08/21
Aug 21, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg501 Sammie Collison joins Jim this week with some updates from college and a deeper look at the new fire pit and deck work, do the Collison's need a robot vacuum cleaner, Sammie has a new item in her knitting store and some cooking tips from HelloFresh. The show is packed! All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #501 of Home Gadget Geeks...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
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18
Aug 21, 2021
08/21
Aug 21, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg501 Sammie Collison joins Jim this week with some updates from college and a deeper look at the new fire pit and deck work, do the Collison's need a robot vacuum cleaner, Sammie has a new item in her knitting store and some cooking tips from HelloFresh. The show is packed! All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #501 of Home Gadget Geeks...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
9
9.0
Aug 14, 2021
08/21
Aug 14, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg500 We made it! Show 500 is here! Mike spends some time talking about how is kids have gotten interested in Ham radio. Some new Ham gadgets included. Jim is trying to drop some COVID weight and is trying intermittent fasting and using the Fastic App. Jim also installed a new fire pit in the backyard and added some design elements to try to make it a smokeless fire pit with some success. We...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
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19
Aug 14, 2021
08/21
Aug 14, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg500 We made it! Show 500 is here! Mike spends some time talking about how is kids have gotten interested in Ham radio. Some new Ham gadgets included. Jim is trying to drop some COVID weight and is trying intermittent fasting and using the Fastic App. Jim also installed a new fire pit in the backyard and added some design elements to try to make it a smokeless fire pit with some success. We...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
7
7.0
Jul 31, 2021
07/21
Jul 31, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
eye 7
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Mike and Jim spend some time talking about Jim’s new Ring Cam install. Pics and examples are shown. Jim also updates on the Generator monitor and hookup selection. At the end of the show, Mike updates us on his Ham radio setup and gives Jim some advice on using a new battery based generator. All that and more! (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg499 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #499 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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22
Jul 31, 2021
07/21
Jul 31, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Mike and Jim spend some time talking about Jim’s new Ring Cam install. Pics and examples are shown. Jim also updates on the Generator monitor and hookup selection. At the end of the show, Mike updates us on his Ham radio setup and gives Jim some advice on using a new battery based generator. All that and more! (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg499 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #499 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
7
7.0
Jul 24, 2021
07/21
Jul 24, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg498 Mike and Jim spend at the front of the show with some listener feedback, but via email and a call-in message. Jim then asks for help with the placement of a new Ring Stick Up Cam and a solution to monitor this new generator. We wrap it with an update from Mike on some network issues he was having with an SSL certificate. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geek
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16
Jul 24, 2021
07/21
Jul 24, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg498 Mike and Jim spend at the front of the show with some listener feedback, but via email and a call-in message. Jim then asks for help with the placement of a new Ring Stick Up Cam and a solution to monitor this new generator. We wrap it with an update from Mike on some network issues he was having with an SSL certificate. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
8
8.0
Jul 17, 2021
07/21
Jul 17, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg497 Mike and Jim look at some recent technology issues at home that have caused us to rethink our setups. Is it all worth it? Have we made it too complicated? It’s it all worth it? All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg497 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #497 of...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
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18
Jul 17, 2021
07/21
Jul 17, 2021
by
Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg497 Mike and Jim look at some recent technology issues at home that have caused us to rethink our setups. Is it all worth it? Have we made it too complicated? It’s it all worth it? All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg497 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #497 of...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
8
8.0
Jul 13, 2021
07/21
Jul 13, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg496 We have Richard Hay from Windows Observer and ITPro Today as we talk about all things Windows 11. What is new, what is old and what to expect when it rolls out later this fall. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #496 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network. WANT TO SUBSCRIBE?...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
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19
Jul 13, 2021
07/21
Jul 13, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg496 We have Richard Hay from Windows Observer and ITPro Today as we talk about all things Windows 11. What is new, what is old and what to expect when it rolls out later this fall. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #496 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network. WANT TO SUBSCRIBE?...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
8
8.0
Jul 3, 2021
07/21
Jul 3, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg495 We have Jon Panozzo from Unraid this week on Home Gadget Geeks. Jon updates us on the Unraid 6.9 upgrade and what to look forward to in 6.10. We also spend some time looking at the most popular apps on Unraid. Jon is also now hosting a new Podcast – the Uncast! We wrap the show with look at Chia Coin and farming Crypto using Unraid. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger...
Topics: home gadget geeks, podcast
4
4.0
Jul 3, 2021
07/21
Jul 3, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 4
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg495 We have Jon Panozzo from Unraid this week on Home Gadget Geeks. Jon updates us on the Unraid 6.9 upgrade and what to look forward to in 6.10. We also spend some time looking at the most popular apps on Unraid. Jon is also now hosting a new Podcast – the Uncast! We wrap the show with look at Chia Coin and farming Crypto using Unraid. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger...
Topics: home gadget geeks, podcast
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12
Jun 19, 2021
06/21
Jun 19, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg494 Christian Johnson is back this week, and we spend some time catching up with him. We talk some home automation and Wyse Cams for the new place. We spend some time talking about Maple Grove Partners and we catch up on all the changes happening there. We spend some time talking about the future of EV products including cars and solar panels. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
14
14
Jun 19, 2021
06/21
Jun 19, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg494 Christian Johnson is back this week, and we spend some time catching up with him. We talk some home automation and Wyse Cams for the new place. We spend some time talking about Maple Grove Partners and we catch up on all the changes happening there. We spend some time talking about the future of EV products including cars and solar panels. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
7
7.0
Jun 12, 2021
06/21
Jun 12, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 7
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg493 Erin Lawrence from https://techgadgetscanada.com is back this week as we take a long look at the Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) and the 2021 Google Nest Hub with Sleep Sensing as the latest in smart speakers and digital assistance. We then talk about some less expensive Android phone options and finish the show by talking about some home automation around home water management. All that and more! Join Jim...
Topic: Home Gadget Geeks
8
8.0
Jun 5, 2021
06/21
Jun 5, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg492 We have Marvin Bee from Podnutz Pro found at https://podnutzpro.com joins us this week as we talk about all things networking. After getting to know Marv a bit (he goes by Uncle Marv on social) we dig into his day job at MB Systems, then look at the NetAlly EtherScope Handheld network analyzer as well as the Domotz Network and IoT network monitoring too. All that and more! Join Jim Collison /...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, podcast
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23
Jun 5, 2021
06/21
Jun 5, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg492 We have Marvin Bee from Podnutz Pro found at https://podnutzpro.com joins us this week as we talk about all things networking. After getting to know Marv a bit (he goes by Uncle Marv on social) we dig into his day job at MB Systems, then look at the NetAlly EtherScope Handheld network analyzer as well as the Domotz Network and IoT network monitoring too. All that and more! Join Jim Collison /...
Topics: Home Gadget Geeks, Podcast
7
7.0
May 22, 2021
05/21
May 22, 2021
by
Jim Collison
movies
eye 7
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg491 Jim and Mike are back this week with some exciting news on Jim’s new vehicle! You might be surprised by the choice he made and why. Jim also has a brand new Treadly 2 (link below) and give a first look and mini hands on review. We wrap the show with some chat about Roku v. YouTube and the battle between them right now. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, tesla, Subaru, treadmill, peloton, crypto, roku, YouTube
12
12
May 22, 2021
05/21
May 22, 2021
by
Jim Collison
audio
eye 12
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg491 Jim and Mike are back this week with some exciting news on Jim’s new vehicle! You might be surprised by the choice he made and why. Jim also has a brand new Treadly 2 (link below) and give a first look and mini hands on review. We wrap the show with some chat about Roku v. YouTube and the battle between them right now. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, tesla, Subaru, treadmill, peloton, crypto, roku, YouTube
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May 15, 2021
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May 15, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg490 Dave McCabe from Reset.fm and the Reset Podcast joins us to talk Woodworking for gadget geeks this week on Home Gadget Geeks. We catch up first with a little crypto talk and then move into his projects with wood. We finish with some updates on lawn care and Jim has a big announcement next week on his future car purchase. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger /...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks
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May 15, 2021
05/21
May 15, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg490 Dave McCabe from Reset.fm and the Reset Podcast joins us to talk Woodworking for gadget geeks this week on Home Gadget Geeks. We catch up first with a little crypto talk and then move into his projects with wood. We finish with some updates on lawn care and Jim has a big announcement next week on his future car purchase. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger /...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks, woodworking
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10.0
May 9, 2021
05/21
May 9, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg489 Shawn Cooke and Mark Robson join us this week as we talk about BBQ and Smoking rubs. Shawn walks us thru his process of creating rubs and we talk about his 9 grills. Do not come to the show hungry! All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #489 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network. WANT TO SUBSCRIBE?...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, Grill, BBQ
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May 9, 2021
05/21
May 9, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg489 Shawn Cooke and Mark Robson join us this week as we talk about BBQ and Smoking rubs. Shawn walks us thru his process of creating rubs and we talk about his 9 grills. Do not come to the show hungry! All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #489 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network. WANT TO SUBSCRIBE?...
Topics: podcast, home gadget geeks
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May 2, 2021
05/21
May 2, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg488 We have a listener question from Kyle about when is it worth it and not worth it to mine crypto. Mike looks at all the factors and gives some advice. Mike is watching more F1 racing and even paying for it! We look at the new hardware from Apple with the new iMac and AirTag offerings and wrap it with Jim questioning his look at Tesla. Is the new Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the look? All that and more!...
Topic: podcast
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May 2, 2021
05/21
May 2, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg488 We have a listener question from Kyle about when is it worth it and not worth it to mine crypto. Mike looks at all the factors and gives some advice. Mike is watching more F1 racing and even paying for it! We look at the new hardware from Apple with the new iMac and AirTag offerings and wrap it with Jim questioning his look at Tesla. Is the new Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the look? All that and more!...
Topic: podcast
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Apr 24, 2021
04/21
Apr 24, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio, and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg487 We spend some time this week talking about using Crypto Exchanges and after Coinbase, what might be your next exchange. Jim does a Tesla test drive last weekend and gives his thoughts. We wrap with some thoughts on Mike’s PC upgrade as he considers joining Storj again. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #487 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, crypto, storage, coinbase, tesla, YouTube
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Apr 24, 2021
04/21
Apr 24, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio, and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg487 We spend some time this week talking about using Crypto Exchanges and after Coinbase, what might be your next exchange. Jim does a Tesla test drive last weekend and gives his thoughts. We wrap with some thoughts on Mike’s PC upgrade as he considers joining Storj again. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #487 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, crypto, storage, coinbase, tesla, YouTube
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Apr 17, 2021
04/21
Apr 17, 2021
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Jim Collison
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Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg486 Cody Wheat from http://shotsofhistory.com/ joins us this week to update us on his work at https://libdib.com/ , how the alcohol industry faired during the pandemic and some updates on what is ahead as the world recovers. Some fun stories and interesting things you may not have known about the industry in this extended conversation! All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger...
Topics: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, Mike Wieger, Cody Wheat, Beer, Wine, Alcohol, LibDib, Spirits
